Cop attacked while shopping

Two men from Qikiqtarjuaq are facing charges after an RCMP officer was attacked while grocery shopping at the Northern Store.

The officer was in the midst of paying for his food shortly after 5 p.m. on Oct. 10 when the incident occurred.

One of the accused was arrested at the store. The other ran away, but was arrested the next day.

Investigators say alcohol was a factor in the attack.

Charged with assaulting a police officer and causing a disturbance, Jutanie Keyookta, 21, remains in custody, and is scheduled to appear in court on Nov. 4. He also faces charges of breach of probation and uttering threats.

Also charged with assaulting a police officer and causing a disturbance, Patrick Kopalie was released and is due in court on Dec. 4 in Qikiqtarjuaq. Kopalie also faces charges of resisting arrest.